South Harbor Island Travel Guide

Wrightsville Beach

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, a pier, and a river.

Things to do


Top hotels in South Harbor Island

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is ฿4,878 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,878
฿6,410 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,461 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿2,461
฿2,780 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
Fully refundable
The price is ฿2,838 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿2,838
฿3,207 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,569 reviews)
"Room had a lot of moisture, all my clothes felt damp. Floor felt wet. Breakfast eggs were more water than egg, I’m guessing they use powder eggs the lady in the kitchen had no smile at all, would say good morning to her and she wouldn’t acknowledge me at all. They was one lady at the front desk that ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Comfort Inn University
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

2.5 out of 5
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,896 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿3,896
฿4,403 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,651 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿4,651
฿5,255 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,708 reviews)
"The location of of property was perfect for my needs"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Sand Dunes

The Sand Dunes

2 out of 5
133 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach NC
The price is ฿2,634 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿2,634
฿3,077 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kure Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (799 reviews)
"Our room was clean with a full kitchen. There were cabines full of everything you would need to prepare and eat a meal with. Our balcony view was excellent and the fact that we could bring our pet meant a lot!!"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

The Sand Dunes
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Where to stay in South Harbor Island

Find the best South Harbor Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Shell Island

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shell Island and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP.

South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.

Parmele Isle

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parmele Isle and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP.



South Harbor Island Travel Guide